Sports Coach

Smile Education; Rowley Regis; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist education agency seeks a committed Sports Coach to support a specialist school in Rowley Regis. This full-time role starts in January and lasts until at least Easter, with a focus on leading sports sessions for students with Moderate Learning Difficulties. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in similar settings, and be dedicated to fostering an inclusive sports environment. Join us in making a meaningful difference in young people's lives!

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in SEN or MLD settings.
• Confidence in adapting sports activities for various abilities.
• Ability to create a safe and supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Support and lead sports sessions for students with MLD and additional needs.
• Deliver inclusive and engaging sports activities.
• Promote physical wellbeing, confidence, and teamwork.

Skills

Sports Coaching

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

Relevant degree in Sports Coaching, Sports Science, or Physical Education

Job description

Smile Education’s Specialist SEN Team are delighted to be supporting a specialist school in Sandwell in their search for a committed and enthusiastic Sports Coach. This full‑time position begins in January and will run until at least Easter, with the potential for extension. The school supports pupils aged 7–19 with Moderate Learning Difficulties (MLD) and a range of additional needs. They provide a broad and balanced curriculum designed around individual learning needs, guided by their core values of Safe, Happy and Learning Together.

About the Role

• Full‑time Sports Coach role
• Start Date: January
• Duration: Until at least Easter
• Support and lead sports sessions for students with MLD and additional needs
• Deliver inclusive, engaging, and differentiated sports activities
• Promote physical wellbeing, confidence, and teamwork
• Become an active and collaborative member of the school community

The Ideal Candidate Will

• ✔ Hold a relevant degree (Sports Coaching, Sports Science, Physical Education, or similar)
• ✔ Have experience working with children or young people, ideally within SEN or MLD settings
• ✔ Be confident adapting and differentiating sports activities for a range of abilities
• ✔ Create a positive, safe, supportive, and motivating environment
• ✔ Embrace the school’s ethos of Safe, Happy and Learning Together
• ✔ Commit fully to a full‑time role and engage in all aspects of school life
• ✔ Be a strong, proactive team player with excellent communication skills
• ✔ Hold an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to apply through Smile
• ✔ Provide two references covering the past two years, including comments on your work with children

This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Sports Coach with a relevant background to make a meaningful impact in a nurturing SEN environment. If you’re dedicated to helping young people develop confidence and enjoy sport, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today through Smile Education’s Specialist SEN Team.

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.